Chapter 9
"Well Edward, we feel that you have a most....extraordinary soul. You are filled with goodness and consideration for others. Which we feel exceeds all others. Although yes you may say,that Carlisle and Esme also posses these characteristics. They however,have not given up what you chose to give up. Purely for the saving of another's soul and life." I was deeply confused by what Grace said at that point because. a) I thought the members of the group had to be from the BC era. And b) All the people in the room possessed amazing gifts that made mine look like a party trick.
" We know you that will look somewhat mortal compared to us. However we wish for someone who is fresh to the world. Someone who can see the world from a modern point of view. And someone to keep us in check." Grace had continued speaking as I thought through my questions. I was sure she could read minds too. Or at least was freakishly intuitive.
There was a pause as the people around the room processed my expression to the news. Then Balasi who clearly didn't have the patience to wait for my response asked.
"So do you accept?" As I considered my answer I suddenly realised that I couldn't read any of the ancient minds in the room.
"How is it that I cannot read any of your thoughts?" I asked on impulse. Not meaning to say It aloud. A tall dark haired man in the far left hand corner answered my question for me though.
"Because I have blocked their minds." He said in a cold voice. Obviously he wasn't pleased with the invitation being offered to me. However when he uttered the words I was immediately crowded with the thoughts of everyone around me. I was fascinated. Their minds were so complex and their powers were extraordinary! And as if it couldn't get any more interesting each one of the group could hear each other's mind and could use telepathy! As I listened I heard several different conversations going on around the room between members of the group.
"Ha! His eyes are bugging out of his head at this!" I heard Balasi's mental voice say.
"I know, it's quite hilarious! Hello Edward! He He look at his face!" Aalexis was the reciprocal of the conversation, and looked like she was enjoying this little show as much as Balasi was. Abruptly the banter inside my head was cut off as the dark haired man took back control of the shield.
"That was amazing!" I exclaimed. "If I join your coven will I be able to do that?" All the members of the cluster chuckled amused by the childlike fascination I had with their telepathy.
"Of course child. So will you join, or do you need some more time to think?" Grace questioned me with a motherly voice. That reminded me of Esme. I thought about her question. And quickly decided that I didn't have anything to lose.
"All right I'll do it. So where do we start the ritual and 'wat not'. At my words the whole hall erupted in laughter, and Grace smiled at me endearingly.